1970 Renault 10 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Renault 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 10 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 10 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3010 mm |
